Siya Kolisi will make history on Saturday when he becomes the first black player to captain the Springboks. Kolisi will be hoping to make a winning start to his tenure, but is under no illusion as to the scope of the challenge England will present.

Briefly.co.za gathered that England coach Eddie Jones has also announced his team. Jones announced a strong side which will be led by Owen Farrell while Mako Vunipola will play in his 50th Test.

Jones included seven players who were involved in the English Premiership final. Jones said his team had a good week in preparation and the squad had gelled together well.

Meanwhile, Erasmus announced three debutants in the side to face England. They are S’busiso Nkosi, Aphiwe Dyantyi and RG Snyman.

Sport24.com reported that Erasmus said the match-day 23 was a good combination of experience and youth. Erasmus said England was a fantastically well-coached side who were well drilled by Jones.